Welford School Visit

In September, teaching staff from year 3 classes from Welford School in Handsworth brought two groups of children to visit St Mary's Convent as part of their learning about local faith buildings.  Sister Kathleen and Jenny guided the day.

Here is a reflection of one of the teachers about the visit:

'We visited St. Mary's Convent with Year 3 children as part of a school project exploring the significance of religious buildings in 'Handsworth, our home'. The sisters and Jenny were very accommodating right from the planning stage of the visit to the end and beyond. They ensured that all children were provided with a good insight into the rich and exciting history of the convent and its significance in Handsworth. Activities organised for the sessions were well pitched for the children and the visit was insightful and enjoyable for all- children and staff. The visit proved to be an engaging experience for the children and evidently educated them about the hidden historical and religious gems in our locality which may otherwise be overlooked. We would like to thank the Sisters of Mercy and Jenny for all their work with Welford Primary School.'